Chicago Tour Packages

A metropolitan situated in the state of Illinois, Chicago is the third-largest city in the United States. It has a population of over 3 million, making it a city bustling with life. Looking at its skyline on a Chicago trip, you will understand why it’s justified to call it the ‘Land of skyscrapers’.

The popular Lake Michigan is outlining the city alongside many museums, beaches, parks and beautiful neighborhoods. It has a hip nightlife with enthralling music, scrumptious food, and great restaurants & cafes. Shopping is also a delight in the city, making it a perfect holiday spot.

How To Reach

Air India offers direct flights from India to Chicago and back. Other popular airlines have more options- but most of them are of connecting flights. There are 3 major airports in Chicago, including the Chicago Midway, which about 14 km away. The other two are the Chicago Greater Rockford, 125 km away and the Chicago O’Hare International Airport, 26 km from the city center and the most popular one. For the sake of convenience, Chicago travel packages offer Air India flights.

Best Time To Visit

Spring/ Summer (June to August)

With the weather fluctuating between 20-27 degrees Celsius, the spring to summer season in Chicago is wonderful. It is touted as the best time to visit Chicago and package holidays to Chicago are the most popular during this time. The sky is clear and the beaches are beautiful. This is also a time of high influx of tourists, so the lodging can be costlier.

Winters (November to March)

The winter months are not very popular among tourists as the temperatures fall to below freezing point. The outdoor activities are minimal but the only time there is a spike in tourism activities is during Thanksgiving and Christmas. Chicago vacation packages are booked at year-end but no other time during winters will you find many tourists here.

Fall (September- October)

Another set of cold months in Chicago, the fall season is colder than any other time of the year. It is also a very wet time with continuous rains. This makes it very difficult for tourists to go around the city, exploring new places. The temperature is down to 10 degrees Celsius.

Places To Visit In Chicago

Navy Pier In Chicago

Navy Pier is not a location in Chicago – it is more like a melting pot. Located on the shoreline of Lake Michigan stretching for 3,300ft into the blueness, the Navy Pier of Chicago is at present the top leisure destination in the Midwest. The vibrant pier, centred on the iconic Ferris wheel, encompasses fifty acres of garde...

Shedd Aquarium In Chicago

Sharing the Museum Campus of Chicago with Field Museum and Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium is one of Chicago’s most visited attractions. Built in 1930, it was back then, the very first inland aquarium that also houses a permanent saltwater fish collection. The 5 million US gallons of water in the Shedd Aquarium of Chicago...

Cloud Gate In Chicago

The Cloud Gate is a stainless steel sculpture that was built by Sir Anish Kapoor, a British-Indian architect. It is located near the AT&T Plaza. The Cloud Gate Chicago IL United States is also famed as the “The Bean” due to its shape. The cloud gate represents a liquid mercury drop and was actually inspired from a mercury d...

Skydeck Chicago In Chicago

The Skydeck Chicago is an amazing location that you shouldn’t miss out in your lifetime. It is the highest located observatory in the west. It is loaded with glass balconies from where you can witness the entire city from 1,353 feet above. The view from Skydeck Chicago also has another astonishing experience. Traveler, and ...

Willis Tower In Chicago

The Willis Tower was previously known as the Sears Tower. The Willis Tower height or the Sears Tower height is around 442.1 metre or 1,450 foot. It a wondrous skyscraper located in Chicago, Illinois. It is famed as the world’s tallest building. However, the Willis Tower, Chicago was actually 15 stories short. The tower was ...

Things To Do In Chicago

Buckingham Fountain In Chicago

Located at the center of the Grant Park, the Buckingham Fountain is considered as one of the largest fountains in the world. Built in 1927, the Buckingham Fountain is considered as the front gate or the main entrance of the city due to its location. The fountain was built in a rococo wedding cake style and had some imprints...

Lincoln Park Zoo In Chicago

Considered as one of the oldest zoos in North America, the Lincoln Park Zoo is a part of the Associations of Zoos and Aquariums. The zoo was built in 1868 and consisted of only two pairs of swans which were gifted to the Lincoln Park Commission by the Central park commission in New York city. The zoo was later gifted by sev...

Millennium Park In Chicago

The Millennium Park is one of the top tourist places in Chicago and listed amongst the largest parks in the city sprawling over around 319 acres of land . It is even known as the front lawn of Chicago due to its location. Visitors from all around the world come here to view the lush green property and enjoy the events that ...

Soldier Field In Chicago

The home of the Chicago Bears, Soldier Field is an American football stadium which was built during 1924. One of the oldest stadiums, Soldier Field is also one of the most visited places and has conducted several types of games and shows too. It is even considered as a National Historic Landmark and has been the host to the...

Wrigley Field Baseball In Chicago

Home of the Chicago Cubs, Wrigley Field is one of the Major League baseball franchises of the city. Earlier known as Weeghman Park when the stadium was launched in 1914, the Wrigley Field has experienced large number of victories for the city. The stadium was known as the Cubs Park from 1920 to 1926 when the stadium was und...

Places To Visit

1. Millennium Park

A public park in Illinois, the Millennium Park is always a part of the Chicago tour package. Set in 10 hectares of parkland, this park has other popular tourist attractions like the Art Institute of Chicago and the Magnificent Mile. Wrigley Square is a great place in the center of the park to take pleasant strolls or just sit around relaxing.

2. Willis Tower

The 12th tallest building in the world, this American building is also the second tallest in northern America. It stands at a height of 1450 feet and has 110 stories. There is also a public viewing area and the sky deck on the top has an unparalleled view of the entire city.

3. Navy Pier

Another thing to not miss on your Chicago trip, the Navy Pier is stretching into Lake Michigan. It is a year-round destination with firework displays, music, theatres and cruises. The most popular attractions are Centennial Wheel, Pier Park, and the Virtual Rush- a 4D adventure.

4. Cloud Gate

A public structure made by Sir Anish Kapoor, an Indian-born British artist, this grandiose of a structure is the centerpiece of the AT&T Plaza in the Loop community area in Chicago, Illinois. It can be spotted from a distance and located on the top of the Park Grill. Chicago’s pride, the Cloud Gate is a must-visit attraction.

5. Shedd Aquarium

Located in the Lake Shore District, the Shedd Aquarium is an indoor public aquarium. It opened on May 30, 1930, and was one of the largest indoor facilities in the world for some time. It has about 32,000 species of animals making it a vivid attraction for tourists.

Things To Do On A Chicago Trip

1. Skate around an ice-rink

You will find a large number of ice rinks in Chicago. It is one of the most popular winter activities in Chicago and the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink at the Millenium Park is the most popular. Others include the Maggie Daley Park skating ribbon, and the Wrigley Field- adjacent rink. There is also an indoor rink at the McFetridge Sports Center.

2. Witness a concert at the Millenium Park

Millennium Park has multiple things for tourists to do, however, one absolutely essential activity is to witness a rock concert. When you book package holidays to Chicago, check the calendar of the park to align your days with the concert dates at the time. You can enjoy food and beverages too.

3. Check out the ZooLights at the Lincoln Zoo

The Lincoln Zoo has many things going on throughout the week. From sculptors turning blocks of ice into sculptures to strolling carolers. There is also a Ferris wheel, 65-foot, to give you a splendid view of the glowing lights.

4. Visit the Garfield Park Conservatory

After you get over the building’s haystack shape and stratified stonework, explore the conservatory and the galleries available in it. The Palm House is the largest room in the conservatory and another one of the fascinating ones is the Fern Room. Here, you get insights into the vegetation of Illinois from millions of years ago.

5. Soak in the ambiance of the University of Chicago

Chicago vacation packages may not include this but it is something you must-do when here. The Chicago University in Hyde Park has a verdant campus near Lake Michigan. There are many landmarks on the campus like Frank Llyod Wright’s Robie House, a movie theatre and some museums and galleries.

Tips For Booking Packages

Chicago is a very safest city. However, it is not a good idea to step out alone at night.

When on a Chicago trip, use public transportation to go around the city. It is the best way to explore it.